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Heist Eyes HPM Stencil Spray Paint Silkscreen by Prefab77 Hand-Painted Multiple on 300gsm Somerset Fine Art Paper Unique Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2023 Signed & Numbered Edition of 60 HPM Unique Hand Painted Spray Paint Stencil Artwork Size 15x22 Silkscreen of Close Up of Woman's Eyes With Pop Culture Figures. Diving deep into the world of modern pop and street art, one can't help but be captivated by the hand-painted creations of PREFAB77. The artist, known for blending unique graffiti techniques with elements of pop culture, has yet again introduced an exceptional piece titled “Heist Eyes”. This artwork is a brilliant amalgamation of stencil spray paint and silkscreen techniques, seamlessly marrying the two art forms. Set on a high-quality 300gsm Somerset Fine Art Paper, the “Heist Eyes” showcases a close-up of a woman's gaze, fierce and mysterious. The eyes, being the windows to the soul, are central in this artwork, perhaps symbolizing the depth and layers of our modern culture. What's unique about this particular piece is its intricate details. Not only does it present the intense gaze, but it also intricately intertwines elements of pop culture, serving both as a reflection of contemporary society and a warning of the fleeting nature of fame and recognition. This piece is not just any regular print; it's a hand-painted multiple (HPM). This means each piece, though part of a series, has its own unique touch. The utilization of seven distinct colors brings life to the print, and the luxurious layer of UV black ink against a hand-painted background only adds to its allure. With only 60 pieces in existence, each signed, stamped, and numbered, it truly is a testament to PREFAB77's dedication to craftsmanship and exclusivity. In the realm of pop art, street art, and graffiti art, such works emphasize the evolution of traditional art forms. They signify a move from the conventional to the contemporary, bringing in fresh perspectives while keeping rooted in authentic techniques. The “Heist Eyes” is not just a piece of art; it's a narrative of the times we live in, urging viewers to delve deeper, to look beyond the surface, and to interpret the myriad of stories it seeks to tell.

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Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe Giclee Print by Brett Crawford Artwork Limited Edition Print on Somerset Fine Art Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 22x22. Crease in upper left margin. Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe by Brett Crawford – Identity, Irony, and Flight in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe is a 2018 limited edition giclee print by American artist Brett Crawford, printed on Somerset fine art paper in a 22 x 22 inch format. Released in a signed and numbered edition of 50, the work showcases Crawford’s signature mix of realism, parody, and surrealism within the context of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. The central figure is a chimpanzee outfitted in red gloves, a superhero-style mask, and a bright yellow backpack adorned with pop culture patches. Perched atop a floating astronaut helmet in a sky of clouds and soft gradients, the chimp raises a peace sign as it gazes out from a dreamlike elevation. Every detail, from the fur texture to the sheen of the helmet and the subtle gleam in the eyes, is carefully rendered, blending classical painting discipline with the irreverent humor and cultural remixing that defines Crawford’s visual language. Visual Wordplay and the Challenge of Classification The title Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe, which translates to this is not a monkey, borrows from René Magritte’s surrealist phrase while introducing questions of identity, misrepresentation, and context. Crawford toys with both literal and symbolic interpretation. The chimpanzee, a common stand-in for human behavior and scientific curiosity, becomes a layered character—a rebel, a child, a cosmonaut, and a cultural echo all in one. The use of a non-human protagonist, paired with human accessories and posturing, challenges viewers to rethink what symbols actually represent. Within Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, where iconography is constantly reinterpreted and re-contextualized, Crawford’s work finds power in absurdity. The message is not defined, but rather delivered through tone, detail, and visual contradiction. Technical Precision and Symbolic Density Crafted using high-resolution giclee printing, Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe achieves remarkable depth, ensuring every hair on the chimp’s body, every glint on the backpack’s surface, and every cloud in the sky is faithfully reproduced. Somerset fine art paper provides a soft, velvety base that enhances the vibrancy of Crawford’s color palette. The artist’s command of light and surface texture brings photographic clarity to fantastical subjects, allowing each symbolic element to register visually before it registers conceptually. The chimp’s backpack features patches referencing pop culture—such as the masked raccoon and animated faces—inviting interpretation while anchoring the piece in a shared visual lexicon. Brett Crawford’s Commentary on Adventure, Persona, and Urban Mythology Brett Crawford’s visual narratives frequently place hybrid creatures or anthropomorphic characters in surreal or heroic contexts. In Ceci n'est Pas Un Singe, this figure is both explorer and joke, astronaut and outcast. Its peace sign gesture undercuts the seriousness of the title while enhancing the mystery of its intent. The floating helmet below it evokes flight, exploration, or perhaps abandonment. With no ground in sight, the figure is literally and metaphorically suspended. This print, like much of Crawford’s work, distills humor, reflection, and spectacle into a single moment. It speaks through suggestion rather than statement, a hallmark of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork where visual power is amplified by cultural fragments, attitude, and the unexpected. Crawford’s chimp is not just a character—it is an avatar of exploration, uncertainty, and transformation.

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A Falcaroo Named Knievel Giclee Print by Brett Crawford Artwork Limited Edition Print on Somerset Fine Art Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 22x22.  A Falcaroo Named Knievel by Brett Crawford – Fantastical Momentum in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork A Falcaroo Named Knievel is a limited edition giclee print created in 2018 by American artist Brett Crawford. Printed on Somerset fine art paper and measuring 22 x 22 inches, the work was issued as a signed and numbered edition of 50. Known for his surreal animal hybrids and playful satire, Crawford delivers a piece that combines fantasy, Americana, and symbolic humor through hyper-detailed imagery. The central figure is a kangaroo with delicate feathered wings, wearing a glossy red, white, and blue star-spangled helmet. Perched confidently atop the helmet is a small bird adorned with a matching headpiece. This creature—part falcon, part kangaroo, and part daredevil—commands the viewer’s attention with its unusual anatomy and subtle intensity. The deep blue gradient background amplifies the dreamlike setting, while the smooth airbrushed texture of the composition contrasts against the sharply rendered fur and glass reflections, creating a polished yet wild tension. Hybrid Beings and Symbolic Satire in Crawford’s Narrative World Brett Crawford's A Falcaroo Named Knievel exemplifies the artist’s ability to bend logic into poetic absurdity. The fusion of kangaroo and bird, wrapped in a name that references American stunt legend Evel Knievel, brings layers of commentary into the visual space. This mash-up creature is at once humorous, heroic, and strange—a representation of risk, aspiration, and American showmanship. The falcaroo stands still, yet its aerodynamic helmet and wings suggest readiness to take off or leap into action. The juxtaposition of high-performance symbolism with gentle surrealism is part of Crawford’s ongoing practice in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, where icons and creatures are reinvented as metaphors for identity, ambition, and cultural mythology. Technical Execution and the Power of Paper and Ink Printed using high-resolution giclee technology, the artwork maintains the integrity of Crawford’s original textures and color gradients. Somerset fine art paper enhances the richness of detail, preserving the depth of shadow and clarity of highlight that define Crawford’s visual style. The rounded body of the falcaroo is coated in fine layers of shadow and midtone, lending the creature dimensional realism. The glossy surface of the helmet is rendered with perfect light distortion, echoing the precision found in graffiti mural finishes while offering the permanence of fine art media. This print is a pristine example of how contemporary Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork can exist beyond walls—crafted for collectors without losing its energy or humor. Cultural Memory, Mutation, and Playful Rebellion Brett Crawford’s choice to merge animal hybridity with American pop symbolism encapsulates his signature approach. A Falcaroo Named Knievel is not just a visual gag—it’s a sculpted memory of televised stunts, backyard imagination, and exaggerated heroism. It pays homage to the reckless confidence of Evel Knievel, while playfully acknowledging the absurdity of such myth-making. By placing a small bird on top of this already surreal creature, Crawford reminds viewers that scale, leadership, and bravery are constructs often flipped on their heads. The falcaroo may never leap, but it carries the iconography of motion and defiance. As part of the Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork tradition, the piece celebrates individuality through oddity, reverence through mockery, and stillness through potential energy. Crawford continues to invent a visual world where anything can be a symbol and nothing is without humor.

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